
Cheap Apartments for Rent in the El Camino Neighborhood of South San Francisco, CA from $1,600 (12 Rentals)
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El Camino, South San Francisco, CA Local Guide

How much does it cost to rent an apartment in El Camino?
Bedroom | Average Rent | Cheapest Rent | Highest Rent |
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El Camino Studio Apartments | $2,312 | $1,690 | $5,219 |
El Camino 1 Bedroom Apartments | $3,156 | $2,047 | $10,000+ |
El Camino 2 Bedroom Apartments | $3,847 | $2,737 | $10,000+ |
El Camino 3 Bedroom Apartments | $5,226 | $4,530 | $6,155 |
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There are currently 12 rentals with your search options within a 2 mile radius of the El Camino Neighborhood of South San Francisco, CA.
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Cheapest Available El Camino Apartments for Rent
 The cheapest available apartment rental in the El Camino area of San Francisco, CA is a Studio unit found at Westlake Apartments priced from $1,950. Serramonte Ridge has the second lowest priced unit, which is a Studio apartment currently listed from $1,980. Here are the most affordable El Camino apartments for rent in San Francisco, CA:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Priced From |
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Westlake Apartments | S2-C | Studio,1BA | $1,950 |
Serramonte Ridge | STD SM | Studio,1BA | $1,980 |
Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,135 |
Skyline Heights Apartments | One bedroom One bath | 1BR,1BA | $2,445 |
Gatewood Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $2,455 |
Best Value Apartments for Rent in El Camino, CA
As of June 01, 2025 the best value apartment in the El Camino area is the $3.27 price per square foot 2x2 Model at Clubview Apartment Homes in the in the Pacific Heights neighborhood starting from $3,595. The second greatest value El Camino apartment is the 2 bed/ 2 bath Model at 362 Alida Way starting at $2,900 with a $3.02 price per square foot in the Pacific Heights neighborhood. Here is today’s list of the best values for El Camino apartments based on price per square foot:
Apartment Listing | Model Name | Bed/Bath | Price Per Sq.Ft. |
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Clubview Apartment Homes | 2x2 | 2BR,2BA | $3.27 |
362 Alida Way | 2 bed/ 2 bath | 2BR,2BA | $3.02 |
Skyline View | Medium 2 Bed 1 Bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.61 |
Acappella | A2 | 1BR,1BA | $3.68 |
Evergreen Ridge Apartments | 850 | 2BR,1BA | $3.21 |
Skyline Heights Apartments | Two bedroom One bath | 2BR,1BA | $3.91 |
Pacifica Park Apartments | Evergreen | 1BR,1BA | $3.83 |
Gatewood Village | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.78 |
Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community | One Bedroom | 1BR,1BA | $3.38 |
Serramonte Ridge | STD SM | Studio ,1BA | $3.87 |
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Pet Friendly LifestyleEl Camino, South San Francisco, CA
Ranked #3
Among neighborhoods in South San Francisco, CA for Apartment listings with Pet Friendly Amenities
Pet Friendliness Lifestyle Score
4.0Pet Friendly
Getting Around the El Camino Neighborhood in South San Francisco, CA
Walk Score®
82 / 100
Very Walkable
Most errands can be accomplished on foot
Bike Score®
64 / 100
Bikeable
Some bike infrastructure
What Are Walk Score®, Transit Score®, and Bike Score® Ratings?
- Walk Score® measures the walkability of any address.
- Transit Score® measures access to public transit.
- Bike Score® measures the bikeability of any address.
Frequently Asked Questions about Cheap El Camino Apartments
What is the Cheapest Studio apartment in El Camino?
Currently the most affordable Cheap Studio Apartment in El Camino is at Westlake Apartments listed at $1,950.
How much is rent for a Cheap One Bedroom El Camino Apartment?
The lowest price for a Cheap One Bedroom El Camino Apartment is $2,135 at Village at the Crossing 55+ Senior Community.
What is the lowest price for a Cheap Two Bedroom El Camino Apartment for rent?
Today's best deal for a Cheap Two Bedroom Apartment in El Camino is starting from $2,725 at Evergreen Ridge Apartments.
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